Over the centuries, the exotic elegance of Asian art has been a source of fascination and inspiration gor artists and art lovers worldwide. This beautifully illustrated book explores the diversity of art and artefacts from around Asia, detailing the subjects depicted, the marerials used in their making, and the lives of the artists and artisans who created them.

New York NY: The Metropoltian Museum of Art, 1980. Stated First Edition April 1980. Large softcover in VG condition, minor wear to covers, no marks or writing, else fine. An exhibition from the People's Republic of China. Large format paperback, catalogue of an exhibition held in various venues throughout the USA, and including the famous Terra-Cotta Army. With 117 colour plates and mono illustrations throughout text